Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Secondary School | Islington, North London
Salary: £500 – £600 per week

Are you a high-achieving graduate with a degree in a core subject or a closely related field?
Are you considering a long-term career in teaching and want to gain outstanding classroom experience in a supportive secondary school?

KPI Education , a specialist education recruitment agency, is working in partnership with an ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Islington to recruit a Graduate Teaching Assistant . This role is ideal for academically strong graduates who want to develop their classroom practice before progressing into teacher training.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced teachers and pastoral teams to support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4 , helping students reach their academic potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group academic support in core subjects.
• Supporting classroom learning in English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery, behaviour management, and organisation.
• Delivering targeted intervention sessions to raise attainment and close learning gaps.
• Supporting students with additional learning needs and EHCPs where required.
• Monitoring student progress and contributing to assessment and feedback.

This role offers exceptional preparation for PGCE, Schools Direct, and salaried teacher training routes .

Person Specification

KPI Education is keen to hear from candidates who have:

• A degree in a core subject or a related field , such as:
• English, Mathematics, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
• Humanities (History, Geography, RE, Politics, Sociology).
• Psychology, Linguistics, or Education-related degrees.
• A strong academic background and passion for learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional, proactive, and resilient approach.
• A clear ambition to pursue a career in teaching or education.

What’s on Offer

• Excellent weekly salary of £500 – £600.
• High-quality mentoring from experienced and outstanding teachers.
• Hands-on classroom experience in a respected Islington secondary school.
• Experience that significantly strengthens teacher training applications.
• A positive, supportive, and inclusive school environment.

About KPI Education

KPI Education is a specialist graduate-focused education recruitment agency, dedicated to placing exceptional graduates into long-term roles that provide genuine progression into teaching careers.

Interested in applying?
If you’re a motivated graduate with a strong academic background ready to make an impact in the classroom, apply today through KPI Education .

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